Favourite Comforters

Eco-baby
Keeping our babies safe is a priority, and being assured that there are products out there that go above and beyond to ensure this, while still offering a tactile experience, is welcome news. Apple Park are the standard when it comes to exceptionally cute, chemical-free, eco-friendly toys – and this owl comforter is no exception. The blanket is made from organic cotton and silk and has been given non toxic plastic safety eyes. The filling is 100% natural cotton and natural corn fibre and even the packaging is made from recycled paper and soy ink!
Apple Park patterned owl blankie, $35.99, dimples.co.nz.

Bonding time
The original Cuski comforter has been revisited and the resulting Cuskiboo is a remarkable product. Made from organic, sustainable bamboo yarn, the Cuskiboo is antibacterial, eco friendly and incredibly soft. It’s also ultra absorbent, a feature that has made the Cuskiboo a favourite. New parents can wear the Cuskiboo close to their skin and the material then carries their scent to baby, which is beneficial for bonding and creating a sense of security. Mini Cuskiboos are also available for preterm babies who cannot be held close in those early days.
Cuskiboo comforter, $39.95, and Mini Cuskiboo, $26.95, thesleepstore.co.nz.

Snuggle buddy
For a comforter with a bit of personality, the Big Hugs range fits the bill nicely. Part soft toy, part blankie, these sweet characters are super soft and cuddly – and with their own names and personalities, they are sure to become firm favourites, especially with older babies and toddlers who like to snuggle with a little friend.
OB Designs big hugs blankie, $29.95, littleandloved.co.nz.

Simple classics
If you're after a comforter that does the job without the frills attached, the boyo comforter from Nature Baby is a great choice. With its sweet little face and smart colour palette, it looks great, and the knotted cap gives baby something to grip and teethe on. Made from organic cotton, this comforter promises to keep baby safe from nasty chemicals and dyes.
Keptin Jr boyo comforter, $24.95, naturebaby.co.nz.

The multi tasker
Sometimes all you want is your blankie – but when a blankie goes in the mouth of a teething toddler, it can get kind of gross. Green Sprouts have devised a solution with their blankie teether. Combining the comfort of a muslin blanket with the practicality of a detachable silicone teether, this comforter is just the thing to have on hand when those teeth are causing too much grief.
Green Sprouts organic blankie teether, $29, littleandloved.co.nz.